Philosophy of MinistryAt Smoky Row, ministry is tightly tied to the particular core values that we believe God has called us to.

These commitments help make Smoky Row the church that we are, and we’ve been striving to build our church life around them as we organize ourselves for ministry, steward our resources, and live out our congregational calling.

Empowering Servant Leadership

Empowering Servant Leadership

Leadership at Smoky Row is based on calling & the gifting of the Holy Spirit.

We believe that leadership should be both empowered (by God and by one another) and empowering (by equipping and releasing one another to minister). Following Jesus’ example, leaders at Smoky Row consider themselves servants of both God and the people around them.

Our congregation is largely lay-led, team-based, and egalitarian—qualities that shine through when our Governance Team gathers together. Smoky Row also operates through the difficult—but worthwhile—process of consensus when it comes to making congregational decisions. Our leaders recognize that they’re called to serve those they lead, and seek to pass on their skills to the next generation of leaders whenever they’re able.

Philosophy of Ministry

At Smoky Row, ministry is tightly tied to the particular core values that we believe God has called us to.

These commitments help make Smoky Row the church that we are, and we’ve been striving to build our church life around them as we organize ourselves for ministry, steward our resources, and live out our congregational calling.

Our Vision

We will reveal Christ to one another and the world in dynamic, irresistible ways through programs, partnerships, and our unique, Christ-like personality. To achieve this vision, we will be a place of holistic growth, continuous multiplication, and intentional action.

Our Identity

We join together to pursue God’s love, become more like Jesus, and expand God’s Kingdom through word and deed.